Muskegon County Short-Term Rental & Accommodation Tax Resources

Welcome to the resource hub for short-term rental, vacation rental, Airbnb®, VRBO®, hotel, motel, inn, resort, and bed & breakfast operators in Muskegon County.

Whether you need to file and pay accommodation taxes, understand local registration and licensing requirements, promote your property on VisitMuskegon.org, or access forms and guidance documents, you'll find the appropriate resources here.

Muskegon County's accommodation tax applies to many lodging providers offering stays of 30 nights or fewer. Property owners, property managers, and lodging operators can use the sections below to access filing information, compliance resources, marketing opportunities, and frequently requested documents.

Find the Information You Need

Use the links below to access accommodation tax filing resources, local registration requirements, property listing opportunities, forms, frequently asked questions, and additional guidance for operating a lodging business in Muskegon County.

Important Notice About Airbnb® & VRBO® Bookings

If you accept reservations through Airbnb®, VRBO®, or another online booking platform, contact the platform directly to determine whether taxes are being collected from your guests and where those taxes are being remitted.

Muskegon County does not currently receive accommodation tax payments directly from Airbnb® or VRBO® booking platforms. Property owners and operators are responsible for understanding their accommodation tax obligations and confirming whether taxes collected by a booking platform are being remitted to the appropriate jurisdiction.

If you have questions about Muskegon County accommodation tax filing requirements, please contact Visit Muskegon.

Additional Resources

Looking for more information? Visit the resources below for answers to common accommodation tax questions and information about Michigan accommodation tax laws.

Links

• Short-Term Rental FAQ (PDF)
• Michigan Public Act 263 of 1974 (Accommodations Tax Act)
• Muskegon County Ordinance No. 2013-406

Questions? We're Here to Help.

Operating a lodging property comes with a variety of requirements and opportunities. If you're unsure where to begin, need assistance with accommodation tax filing, have questions about local requirements, or would like help promoting your property on VisitMuskegon.org, our team is happy to assist.

Contact Visit Muskegon

📧 ATAX@VisitMuskegon.org
 📞 231-724-3100